MSU Extension Master Gardener classes begin in August

FileWhile training to become a Master Gardener, students must volunteer 40 hours of horticultural service in the community.

SAGINAW — Master gardening is more than just knowing plants inside and out. It's about helping others. MSU Extension is offering training to increase your knowledge and understanding of varied horticultural topics for growing flowers and vegetables, house plant care, plant disease, insect pest identification and control, and more.

Classes will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays for 13 weeks beginning Aug. 2, at the office, One Tuscola St. in downtown Saginaw.

To become an MSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer you must attend all training sessions, pass weekly quizzes, a final exam and volunteer 40 hours of horticultural service in the community through Extension educational programming.